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News from September 2024

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Brookhaven honors three administrators with Distinguished Service Awards

By Suffolk Reporter | Sep 27, 2024

The Distinguished Administrator Awards recognize key contributors in the Administrative Support path for their outstanding service to Brookhaven National Laboratory. The 2023 recipients are Mary Campbell, Linda Hanlon, and Donna Pfeiffer.

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1 gas station in cities throughout Suffolk County had the cheapest E85 gas in week ending Sept. 21

By Suffolk Reporter | Sep 26, 2024

The only price of E85 gas in cities throughout Suffolk County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Sept. 21, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Entertainment events this weekend in Suffolk County: Friday, Sept. 27 - Sunday, Sept. 29

By Suffolk Reporter | Sep 26, 2024

Don't miss out on these entertainment events happening in Suffolk County this weekend.

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Average cost of college went up for students in Suffolk County in 2022-23 school year

By Suffolk Reporter | Sep 26, 2024

College tuition fees rose 0.7% in Suffolk County in the 2022-23 school year, according to the latest disclosure from the National Center for Education Statistics.

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Local Government Meetings today in Suffolk County

By Suffolk Reporter | Sep 26, 2024

Suffolk County Local Government Meetings today.

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Seven arrested for illegal sale and possession at convenience stores

By Suffolk Reporter | Sep 26, 2024

Seven employees of the Claros Variedades convenience store chain have been arrested and charged with multiple felony counts related to the criminal sale and possession of controlled substances. Suffolk County District Attorney Raymond A. Tierney announced that Roxana Ramos Argueta, Xenia Miranda Rodriguez, Kevin Claros, Idencis Chavez-Games, Anna Griselda Rivera, Teresa Ramos Claros, and Yesica Claros Ramos were arraigned for allegedly dispensing prescription medications without proper licensing.

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Brookhaven physicist Xiaoqian Chen receives DOE Early Career Award

By Suffolk Reporter | Sep 26, 2024

Xiaoqian Chen, a physicist and beamline scientist at the National Synchrotron Light Source II (NSLS-II) at Brookhaven National Laboratory, has been awarded funding through the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Office of Science’s Early Career Research Program. Chen is one of 91 early career scientists selected nationwide to receive this support.

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Rep LaLota supports bill to keep federal government operational

By Suffolk Reporter | Sep 26, 2024

Rep. Nick LaLota (R-Suffolk County) has expressed his support for H.R. 9747, a bill aimed at keeping the federal government operational. Following his vote in favor of the legislation, LaLota released a statement emphasizing the importance of maintaining government functions.

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Suffolk Community College Foundation continues scholarships for local and Latino students

By Suffolk Reporter | Sep 26, 2024

The Suffolk Community College Foundation has announced the continuation of two scholarship programs aimed at supporting students in the Patchogue/Medford area, including those from Latino backgrounds. These scholarships are designed to assist students who face financial barriers and need additional support to achieve their academic goals at Suffolk County Community College.

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Interim President McCormick outlines vision for Stony Brook University's future

By Suffolk Reporter | Sep 26, 2024

Stony Brook University Interim President Richard McCormick delivered his first State of the University address on September 25. He discussed how the university plans to meet its challenges while continuing to excel as New York's flagship university.

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Stony Brook University wins Car Free Day Long Island competition

By Suffolk Reporter | Sep 26, 2024

Stony Brook University has been named the 2024 champion of the annual Car Free Day Long Island event. Car Free Day is an international event held every September where individuals are encouraged to avoid using cars. This year, 892 members of the Stony Brook community pledged to forgo at least one car trip on September 22, opting instead for walking, biking, carpooling, riding public transport, or telecommuting. This effort made Stony Brook University (SBU) the top performer among participating Long Island organizations.

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William Floyd High School seniors earn prestigious AP Capstone distinction

By Suffolk Reporter | Sep 26, 2024

Ten William Floyd High School seniors have earned the AP Capstone distinction on their future high school diplomas based on their performance on AP exams through May 2024. To earn this designation, students must score a 3 or higher in AP Seminar and AP Research and a 3 or higher on four additional AP exams of their choosing.

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Interim President McCormick addresses growth and challenges at Stony Brook University

By Suffolk Reporter | Sep 26, 2024

Stony Brook, NY — On September 26, 2024, Interim President Richard L. McCormick addressed the Stony Brook University community in his inaugural State of the University speech. Speaking to a diverse audience of faculty, staff, students, and local residents, Dr. McCormick shared his appreciation for the warm welcome he received upon joining the university.

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Michelle Ballan receives HERALD Excellence in Healthcare Award

By Suffolk Reporter | Sep 26, 2024

Michelle Ballan, a professor and associate dean for research at the Stony Brook School of Social Welfare, was awarded The HERALD 2024 Excellence in Healthcare Award on September 18. This award recognizes individuals whose dedication and commitment have significantly impacted the health and well-being of others.

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Suffolk County in week ending Sept. 21?

By Suffolk Reporter | Sep 25, 2024

The lowest price of regular gas in cities throughout Suffolk County was found at two gas stations in the week ending Sept. 21, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Cheapest midgrade gas in cities across Suffolk County in week ending Sept. 21

By Suffolk Reporter | Sep 25, 2024

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Suffolk County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Sept. 21, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Local Government Meetings today in Suffolk County

By Suffolk Reporter | Sep 25, 2024

Suffolk County Local Government Meetings today.

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Stony Brook University raises record-breaking $654 million in philanthropic support

By Suffolk Reporter | Sep 25, 2024

Stony Brook University has announced a record-breaking increase in philanthropic support for the fiscal year 2024, raising over $654 million. Approximately 85 percent of these funds are directed towards endowment gifts aimed at supporting the university's future generations.

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Brookhaven begins preservation of 3.5 acres in Middle Island

By Suffolk Reporter | Sep 25, 2024

On September 24, Supervisor Dan Panico was present to thank the Town of Brookhaven’s demolition crew as they prepared to demolish a blighted house and cottage in Middle Island. This action will pave the way for preserving 3.5 acres of critical open space. The Town acquired the parcel along East Bartlett Road to protect it from future development and maintain its natural state. The land is situated on the boundary between the Core of the Central Pine Barrens and the Compatible Growth Area. It features a quarter-acre pond, rolling topography, and old-growth woodlands.

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Bay Shore man pleads guilty to illegal disposal of hazardous waste

By Suffolk Reporter | Sep 25, 2024

Carleton Pulley, a 48-year-old resident of Bay Shore, has pleaded guilty to Endangering Public Health, Safety, or the Environment in the Second Degree. This charge stems from his illegal disposal of hazardous waste and old tires at the former Pilgrim State Psychiatric Center in April 2023.